
Free Public Lecture: Quantum Computing, Feb. 22, 2019
IBM Quantum Ambassador and Florida Tech alumnus Steve Atkin will discuss quantum computing at a…

Secret History: The Zotz Brothers add “Fizz” to Florida Tech
Dateline: 1981 In 1965, Gene Pitney, America’s wholesome response to the Beatles and Rolling Stones…

Transformative Travel: Discovering Your Inner Scientist
From snorkeling with whale sharks in Australia to attending a pig roast at a little…

Business Applied: Strategy in Action, Feb. 7, 2019
Join us for the inaugural edition of Business Applied, a new colloquium series presented by the…

Panther Successes & Accomplishments – January
Benjamin Kubwimana is a junior majoring in Mechanical Engineering and minoring in Computer Science. He…

Public Science Lecture: Tidal Disruption Events, Jan. 25, 2019
Join us for another Public Science Lecture with Erin Kara, Ph.D., from the University of…

Secret History: The Mystery of the Missing Mammoth and the Dead Woman
Dateline: Florida Tech Botanical Garden, circa 25,000-10,000 BCE Three days after Christmas in 1925, James…

An Evening with United Launch Alliance CEO Tory Bruno, Feb. 25, 2019
Join us for an insightful lecture presented by the President and CEO of United Launch…

Taking the Leap Into A Master’s Program Mid-Career
“You are never too old, and it is never too late to accomplish your goals.”…

Student Holiday Traditions From Around the World
It’s no surprise that food is a common theme when it comes to our students’…

It’s Not What You Know, It’s Who You Know
My name is Natalie Gadelrab, I’m a junior studying Ocean Engineering with a minor in…

Panther Successes & Accomplishments – December
Lakshmi Narasimhon A.V., from Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India, is a graduate Mechanical Engineering student. He…

Modernizing the Warehouse with RFID Tags
Using new technologies is important for companies RFID tags are scannable like barcodes and use…

How Automation is Optimizing Warehouse Operations
Shipping more and doing it faster is the goal Well-designed logistics automation for warehousing can…

13th Annual International Festival: Saturday, February 16, 2019
Join us for the 13th Annual International Festival, a celebration of cultural diversity and international…

International Dinner Series Featuring Chinese Cuisine, Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019
Come taste the flavors of China with us during January’s International Dinner Each month, Chef…

How 3-D Printing Will Change Logistics
Will factories and stores give way to custom-printed merchandise? A new player may be ready…

On the Other Side of the Table
At the Fall Career Expo, we were so fortunate to have some Florida Tech alumni…

What Is the Future of Drones in Logistics?
Drones may not be delivering packages, but companies are finding other uses for them Amazon…

5 Emerging Technologies Improving Fleet Tracking
Improving logistics can happen through technology Part of logistics in business involves knowing what all…

Fall Commencement Ceremony, December 15, 2018
Newly minted Florida Tech graduates will take the stage to accept their diplomas during the…

8 Lucrative Career Paths for DBA Graduates
The possibilities go far beyond the C-suite Getting a doctor of business administration degree doesn’t…

WFIT Holiday Market: Wednesday, December 5, 2018
Let us bring the shopping to you! Vendors will be coming to campus for a…

What’s the Difference Between a DBA and Ph.D. Degree?
The career you develop may result from your degree choice While doctor of business administration…

Panther Successes & Accomplishments – November
Shubham Desai, who comes to Florida Tech from Mauritius, is a senior majoring in Civil…

Foosaner Design Challenge: December, 7, 2018
Nathan M. Bisk College of Business students will be presenting their blue sky ideas on…

Business Students Tackle a Blue-Sky Approach to Reinvigorating the Foosaner Art Museum
How might we reimagine the Foosaner Art Museum so it becomes a unique, world-class, creative…

4 Easy Ways To Engage The Community On #DayofGiving
Day of Giving is all about participation, not just donations. It’s about us rallying together…

Advancing Your Leadership Skills with a DBA Degree
Become a thought leader in your field There are a number of ways to become…

The Top 5 Reasons to Pursue a DBA Degree
Saying “yes” to a DBA degree may be just what you need to become a…

Day of Giving 2018, Tuesday, November 27
Florida Tech’s fourth annual Day of Giving corresponds with the international movement known as Giving…

Keeping the Driverless Cars of the Future Secure
New technologies may safeguard driverless cars for future owners Driverless cars are now being developed…

The Secret History of IP 192.203.97.0
Dateline: Florida Tech 1988 Making the Connection Thirty years ago on Wednesday, November 2, 1988,…

Jazz Syndicate Concert (12/5/2018)
The Jazz Syndicate Holiday Concert will be held on December 5th, 2018 at 7pm in…

Music Student Recitals (12/3/2018)
The Fall Music Student Recitals will be held on December 3rd, 2018 in the Gleason…

How to Make Smart Devices Even Smarter
Many smart sensor devices are not properly secured against intrusion Smart technology is everywhere, from…

The Secret History of a Florida Tech Ghost Story
Dateline: Florida Tech 1981 30 years ago, urban legends of a supernatural presence in the…

Concert Choir Concert (11/29/2018)
The Concert Choir Concert will present “Dawning of a New Day” on November 29th, 2018…

Music Program Thanks Our Patrons
The Music Program wishes to thank all of our patrons, whose support has brought new…

Cybersecurity Consulting: An In-Depth Look at a Growing Field
As shortages continue, consulting could be one solution. Cybersecurity consulting is a growing field in…

String Orchestra Concert (11/27/2018)
The String Orchestra will present “Norwegian Expedition” on November 27th, 2018 at 7pm in the…

Jazz Band Concert (11/19/2018)
The Jazz Band will perform “Jazz Standards” on November 19th, 2018 at 7pm* in the…

Tech Tonics A Cappella perform at Discovery Day
The Music Program is proud to showcase the hard work and talent of FIT students.…

Consensus Concert: Where Rap and Particle Physics Collide, Nov. 9, 2018
Join us for a free concert featuring Consensus. Consensus is a British song writer, mc,…

Fall 2018 Discovery Day, November 17
Discovery Day is a great way to “discover” the Florida Tech campus and experience the…

Concert Band Concert (11/19/2018)
The Concert Band will perform “Beyond the Horizon” on November 19th, 2018 at 7pm* in…

How Cybersecurity Specialists Are Helping Protect Critical Infrastructure
The everyday things we all depend on need to be protected from attack Critical infrastructure…

The Role of AI in Cybersecurity
As AI develops, it has definite applications for cybersecurity The use of artificial intelligence in…

Knitting Together a Successful Marketing Strategy
A close-knit team of students pursing their MBA partnered with Crazy for Ewe, a local…

How the U.S. Government is Protecting Itself from Cyber Criminals
New initiatives hope to prevent and fix cyberattacks Have you heard, or read any stories,…

What Is Biometric Security? Is It a Safe Option?
Can unique physical features be faked? The way the security industry deals with cybersecurity threats…

5 Ways Technology can Improve Project Execution
Streamlining project execution can help your team complete projects faster and boost your bottom line…

How to Create a More Collaborative Project Team
Collaboration begins with the project manager’s approach Some project teams are run in a very…

Treat or Treat: Saturday October 27, 2018
Five residence halls will be completely transformed into television- and movie-themed haunted houses, including “Coco,”…

Why Evaluation is Essential for Project Success
Without evaluating your performance, you won’t know how you can improve One part of project…

Lifelong Learning Lecture: Wind and Hurricane Impact Research, Oct. 25, 2018
What are the effects and impact of wind storms, including hurricanes, tornadoes, and thunderstorms, and…

The 6 Skills Successful Project Managers Have in Common
Develop the leadership skills your team needs Embodying leadership in project management is important because…

Coming in on the Ground Floor: Alan Kaltman ’64 Among Earliest Students
Among the earliest students of Brevard Engineering College (BEC), the precursor of Florida Tech, Alvin…

The Role of Documentation in Project Management
If it isn’t written down, it could be forgotten or overlooked One often-overlooked piece of…

To Succeed in Project Management, You Need to Do This One Thing Effectively
Communication is key to a project’s success Project management—the kind that works—really boils down to…

With Just Three Hours and a Basket of Food, Florida Tech’s Culinary Team Takes Bronze at Food Competition
Florida Tech Chef de Cuisine Jon Skoviera and dining service team members Jenn Manaseri, Crystal…

Alumnus CEO Takes World’s First Communications Cloud Service Public
by Stephanie Bacon Clanging glory, the New York Stock Exchange bell rang on June 19,…

The Glass Time Machine in Evans Library
A Closer Look at Harry P. Weber University Archives Behind a staff-only door in Evans…

Lifelong Learning Lecture: Hearing the Dark, Thursday October 11, 2018
Hollywood film noir offers a dark reflection of the social anxiety lingering in America. You…

The Secret History of Launching Florida Tech
Dateline: Florida Tech 1958 East central Florida underwent a revolution in the 1950’s. The sleepy,…

7 Best Practices for Goal-setting in Project Management
Every project needs goals to keep it on track Setting goals in project management can…

Delegating: An Essential Skill for Project Managers
Leaders are responsible for projects, but they can’t do everything on their own Being a…

Why a Detail-Oriented Approach is Essential in Project Management
Sweating the small stuff can lead to success Project management is a highly developed process…

How HR Professionals Are Using Predictive Analytics
Data can provide insight into employees’ future behavior In the HR field, predictive analytics have…

The Secret History of Winning a $50 Million Grant
Florida Tech – 1997 The stench from the red tide on the Indian River in…

Lifelong Learning Lecture: The New Florida, September 13, 2018
Join us for “The New Florida,” a deep-dive into the history of Florida and its…

Why Workplace Health and Wellness Programs Matter
These important HR priorities can impact productivity It used to be that companies mostly provided…

The 7 Benefits of Delivering On-Demand Training
Technology has opened up many new doors On-demand training is a fairly new trend in…

Indian River Lagoon Research Institute TechCon 2018, Sept. 28
Florida Tech researchers continue to lead the way when it comes to finding water quality…

How Technology is Impacting the HR Field
Innovative technologies are making human resources professionals jobs’ easier Technology is becoming a part of…

The Gig Workforce: It Isn’t Just a Trend
HR professionals are recruiting contractors to fill open positions A study by Intuit, which owns…

The Secret History of Armadillos with Leprosy
Dateline: Florida Tech 1983 The nine-banded, long nosed armadillo paused when it sensed the movement.…

Why Is Diversity Important in the Workplace?
There are advantages to a more diverse workplace Diversity in the workplace can seem like…

Exploration Day: Friday, August 31, 2018
Discover everything the university has to offer – all in just half a day. Experience…

The Secret History of the Naked Streak
Dateline: Florida Tech 1974 The two naked men were moving fast when they passed in…

Lifelong Learning: Hurricane Season 2018, August 23
Same as last year, better, worse? What is waiting for us in the Atlantic this…

Lifelong Learning: Human Factors and Safety, August 9, 2018
Human factors and ergonomics, also known as comfort design, functional design and systems, is the…

It Takes a Village to Foster a 240-Gallon Reef Habitat
Panther Dining Hall (PDH) is home to a 240-gallon reef aquarium maintained by Florida Tech’s…

What Monkeys Can Teach Us About Making Bad Decisions
by Dr. Darby Proctor When people make a decision that goes against their self-interests, we…

Meet the Man Leading One of the Busiest Airport Systems in the World
Huntley Lawrence ’85 leads one of the busiest airport systems in the world—with revenues of…

This Genius Idea Might Be the Key to Transforming Your NYC Commute
From the time he first stepped on board an airplane as a 7-year-old, Craig Avedisian…

Summer Commencement Ceremony: July 28, 2018
Newly minted Florida Tech graduates will take the stage to accept their diplomas during the…

Computer Sciences Camp Beta, July 23-27, 2018
How does Google Maps give you driving directions? How does Netflix recommend movies for you…

Exploration Day: Friday, July 20, 2018
Exploration Day is your opportunity to experience the Florida Tech way of life. It’s time to discover…

Lifelong Learning Lecture: Space Entrepreneurship, July 12, 2018
Get an insiders looks at where we have been in space and where we are…

The Secret History of the Atomic Toilet
Dateline: Florida Tech 1970 Jerry Keuper and David Woodbridge were, a bystander observed, like two…

Camps: Engineering, July 9 -13, 2018
Offered by the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction Management, budding engineers will gain an…

Camps: Advanced Aviation Academy, July 9 -13, 2018
Our flight camps give students a unique opportunity to explore the vast and exciting world…

Lifelong Learning Lecture: Engineered Blood Vessels, June 28, 2018
30 percent of patients with coronary and peripheral artery disease do not have veins that…

The Secret History of the Moon and 37 Cents
Dateline: Florida Tech 1967 3 Men and a Woman Meet in a Bar … The…

Recent Public Administration Grad Ready to Give Back to Austin, TX
by Rosabella Stowe, Public Administration, M.S.’18 When I finally decided to pursue my graduate degree…

The Secret History of Our “Sweet” Accreditation
Dateline: Florida Tech 1964 By 1964, Jerry Keuper knew that Countdown College’s survival hinged on…

Camps: Advanced Aviation Academy, June 4 – 8, 2018
Our flight camps give students a unique opportunity to explore the vast and exciting world…

Camps: Basic Flight, May 29 – June 2, 2018
Our flight camps give students a unique opportunity to explore the vast and exciting world…

The Secret History of the Great Quail Escapade
Dateline: Florida Tech 1972-73 Ad Astra per Coturnix Coturnix Possibly it was the altitude. Maybe…